Upon arrival at Milan Malpensa Airport, meet your private driver for a comfortable transfer to your accommodation in Bologna.

After check-in, enjoy a relaxed evening at leisure and take the opportunity to discover Bologna’s renowned culinary scene, perhaps dining at one of the city’s traditional trattorias where you can savor local specialties such as handmade tortellini, tagliatelle al ragù, and other authentic Emilian flavors.

Overnight: Bologna

Enjoy a guided walking city tour to the main cultural beauties of Bologna, such as the Nettuno fountain, the medieval towers and the amazing San Petronio Basilica, the fifth biggest church in the world. During the tour, taste some of the delicious regional specialties and learn about the gastronomic legacy of Bologna: mortadella, piadina, tigelle – to just name a few.

Time for lunch at leisure.

In the afternoon, visit the amazing Archiginnasio, which was the original seat of the oldest western university whose origins date back to 1088. It is one of the most beautiful buildings in Bologna, home to the Archiginnasio Municipal Library, the unique Anatomical Theater dating back to the XVII century and the ancient classroom where anatomy lessons were held. Continue on to the Civic Museum which hosts one of the most important (and less known) art collections of Northern Italy.

Overnight: Bologna

This morning head to a traditional acetaia in the Modena countryside to discover the centuries-old art of producing the renowned Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena.

During a guided tour of the aging rooms, learn about the meticulous production process and the different stages of maturation. The experience concludes with a tasting of various balsamic vinegars, accompanied by a light lunch featuring local specialties.

In the afternoon, return to Modena and enjoy some time at leisure to further explore the elegant streets, browse local boutiques, or relax at one of the city’s lively cafés before returning to Bologna in the late afternoon.

Overnight: Bologna

After breakfast and check out, head to Valeggio del Mincio for a guided walk in one of the most beautiful villages of Italy.

At lunchtime, enjoy a local specialty: the tortellini di Valeggio.

Before heading to your hotel on Lake Garda, stop to visit the Sigurtà Botanical Park, a 600,000-square-metre natural oasis surrounded by moraine hills and awarded in 2023 with the Garden Tourism Award by the Garden Tourism Network as one of the most visit-worthy gardens in the world.

Continue to your hotel and settle into your room, and enjoy the evening at leisure.

Overnight: Lake Garda

Take a scenic private boat ride and reach Sirmione.

Visit the archaeological park of Sirmione, within a vast olive grove hosting the remains of a large Roman villa, known for centuries as Grotte di Catullo. The building was built between the end of the 1st Century B.C. and the beginning of the 1st Century A.D. in an excellent panoramic position.

Then, head to the city center for lunch at leisure.

In the afternoon, return to your hotel and spend time at leisure to relax, enjoy the nearby thermal baths or go shopping in Lazise

Overnight: Lake Garda

Today head to Verona and enjoy a walking guided tour of the most outstanding artistic and architectural beauties of the city: step into the renowned Arena, the best preserved Roman amphitheater of Italy, see the house of “Romeo & Juliet” from the outside, the colorful Piazza delle Erbe, and the Arche Scaligere.

After some time for lunch at leisure, drive to near-by Valpolicella, a striking landscape nestled between the city of Verona and lake Garda.

The countryside out of Verona gives birth to some of the most amazing red wines of Italy. Visit a local winery for a tasting of different vintages, with a special focus on Amarone, and learn about the century-old art of wine making here.

Dinner will be at the hotel’s restaurant.

Overnight: Lake Garda

Depart for a drive to Tirano. Upon arrival, take some time for independently explore the town and for lunch at leisure.

Then, ride the legendary Bernina Express, the highest mountain railway in the Alps. Take in extraordinary views of the Morteratsch Glacier from the train’s panoramic windows as you climb to the highest point at Ospizio Bernina, 7,578 feet above sea level.

Arrive to the quaint village of Pontresina, nestled in the heart of the iconic Bernina Massif, in a perfect balance of Belle Epoque atmospheres and authentic village life.

Overnight: Pontresina

Enjoy a scenic excursion to the Muottas Muragl peak, by means of a fascinating train climbing slopes up to 56%!

Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the Engadine Valley, before heading to a local cheese farm.

Take the opportunity to experience the ancient cheese making traditions of a local Alpine dairy farm and to sample the products during a delicious lunch.

Return to Pontresina and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Pontresina

Head to St. Moritz and visit the stunning Segantini Museum, featuring the beautiful works of the Italian artist.

Take some time at leisure for shopping and lunch, before visiting a local chocolate workshop to learn all the secrets and taste this Swiss excellence.

Overnight: Pontresina

After breakfast and check-out, depart to Milan.

Stop on the way for a wine tasting lunch at a local family-run winery with unforgettable views over lake Como.

Continue to your hotel in Milan and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Milan

After breakfast, private transfer to Milan MXP Airport for the return flights.